Currently headed up by design duo Katie Hillier and Luella Bartley, the absorbtion of the Marc by Marc line - which has always had a lower price point and more youthful aesthetic than its older sibling - will apparently allow the unified brand to expand its product offering, encompassing contemporary and luxury items at their corresponding price points.

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Marc By Marc Jacobs Autumn/Winter 2015 Ready-To-Wear

Autumn/Winter 2015

While Marc Jacobs himself remains at the helm of his eponymous label, the position of Hillier and Bartley is unclear if the unison happens. The brand could not be reached for comment when contacted earlier this week.